Nielsen Employees Perform Service Project to Benefit Adults With Disabilities from STAR

Eight employees from the Wilton office of Nielsen corporation recently performed a service project to benefit STAR, Inc., Lighting the Way group home in Weston. STAR is a nonprofit organization that has provided services to individuals with developmental disabilities in Mid-Fairfield County since 1952.

The project, chosen by members of the firm, was selected for a community service event and included stripping, sanding and painting the tremendously large deck, as well as all the railings and stairs to the home. The volunteers chose this project because of the opportunity to improve the daily atmosphere for the residents and restore the outdoor environment of the group home, providing opportunities for residents of the home to utilize and enjoy their outdoor space.

Katie Banzhaf, Executive Director of STAR said, “We are grateful for the support and hard work of our friends from Nielsen. To witness the power of the volunteer spirit and see the impactful results is heartwarming. STAR is truly thankful for their efforts.”

With presence in 106 countries, Nielsen's mission is to provide clients with the most complete understanding of what consumers watch and buy. Nielsen is a global information and measurement company with headquarters in New York. The consumer's world is changing at an unprecedented speed where media and commerce are colliding. We are focused on innovating to stay ahead of evolving market trends, allowing us to provide our clients with usable, practical and meaningful tools that help them make strategic business decisions every day. Nielsen is uniquely positioned to drive performance management solutions for our clients around the globe.

STAR, Inc., Lighting the Way is a not–for-profit organization serving individuals of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as providing support services to their families. They create opportunities for individuals to live full lives with independence, freedom of choice and personal growth by providing support, services and advocacy. They inform and encourage the community to recognize and appreciate the value of all individuals. For more information about STAR, Inc., Lighting the Way please visit their website www.starct.org.